by Donna McDermott | Dec 11, 2025 | menopause, peri-menopause, Strength Training, weight loss
December arrives wrapped in fairy lights, jam-packed calendars, family traditions, and—let’s be honest—a healthy dose of chaos. With so many demands on your time, energy, and attention, it can feel like your fitness and nutrition routines don’t stand a chance. It’s...
by Donna McDermott | Dec 7, 2025 | cardio, menopause, peri-menopause, Strength Training, weight loss
Because what worked in your 20s… isn’t what works now. If you’ve ever wondered why fat loss feels harder after 40, you’re not imagining it — your body, hormones, and lifestyle have changed.But here’s the good news: once you understand what your body actually needs...
by Donna McDermott | Nov 23, 2025 | cardio, online classes, peri-menopause, Pilates, Strength Training, weight loss
If you’re a busy woman juggling work, kids, home life, and everything in between, the idea of fitting in a full workout can feel… impossible. Most women I coach over 40 tell me the same thing: “I’d be more consistent if I had more time.” But here’s the secret: you...
by Donna McDermott | Oct 13, 2025 | cardio, Core Strength, online classes, Pilates, Strength Training, weight loss
If you’ve ever felt like there’s never enough time in the day to fit in a workout, my online fitness studio was built for you. Life gets busy — work, family, endless to-do lists — and often the first thing to go is you. But your body deserves to feel strong,...
by Donna McDermott | Oct 2, 2025 | menopause, online classes, peri-menopause, Strength Training, weight loss
If you’ve noticed that your old workout routines aren’t working the way they used to, you’re not alone. For women in their 40s, especially during perimenopause, metabolism, hormones, and recovery all begin to shift. The result? Weight gain around the middle, low...
by Donna McDermott | Sep 8, 2025 | cardio, Core Strength, menopause, online classes, peri-menopause, Pilates, Posture, Strength Training, weight loss
Finding a fitness routine that fits your lifestyle can feel overwhelming. That’s why I offer a range of services in Stockton-on-Tees and online – from Pilates classes and personal training to online fitness sessions – all designed to help busy women feel stronger,...
